This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Murphy, Sowell Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5252/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Clara A. Murphy, daughter of Cresencio and Gregoria Alvillar passed away at Memorial Medical Center on March 3rd, 2011. She is survived by; Edward Murphy, Veronica Sowell, Elva Murphy, and families. Funeral services will be held Sunday March 6th, at 6pm in Baca's Funeral Chapel. 300 E. Boutz Rd. Las Cruces. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 5, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Herman, Reissig, Burdick Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5251/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Fern Margaret Reissig Herman died on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at the Good Samaritan Village, in Las Cruces, NM. Fern was born on September 27, 1924 to Dr. Arthur Reissig and his wife, Verna Elizabeth (Burdick) Reissig in Dunkirk, New York. Fern attended Miami University of Ohio, and then studied botany at the University of Michigan, where she met and fell in love with fellow student, George Herman. In 1946, Fern graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree and married George. Fern and George had the good fortune to spend over 60 wonderful years together. Fern was a devoted mother and proud of her two children, Lee and Linda. While the children were in school, Fern worked at the State University library in Bowling Green, Ohio, where she and George lived for over 30 years. Fern was a gourmet cook and enjoyed learning to make Indian, Middle Eastern, Chinese, Japanese and Mexican dishes. Fern never stopped learning; she attended classes at the University in Library Science and Russ! ian, cooking classes, language lessons in Hebrew and Russian, and she and George taught themselves Spanish for their trips to Mexico. Fern loved nature and was always nurturing a plant cutting, rooting a seed, and hatching Monarch butterflies. Fern was a long-time member of PEO and the League of Women Voters. After retiring from the University in 1983, Fern and George moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico. They came for the climate and culture and made enduring friendships. In 2002, Good Samaritan Village became their home. They treasured friendships with the staff and other residents in this supportive community. After George passed away, Fern was sustained and comforted by friends throughout Las Cruces, who kept her an active part of their lives during her remaining years. Fern was passionate about the Fiber Arts. She was an active spinner and weaver, and an accomplished seamstress, embroiderer, beader and knitter. She created some of the best Halloween costumes in Bowling Green. She was a member of the Mesilla Valley Weavers Guild, the Embroiderers Guild of America, and the Southwest Regional Spinners. Fern was known for her handiwork skills and the clothes she made from her handspun yarn and hand-woven cloth. Fern volunteered at the NMSU University Museum where she helped catalog a! nd inspect the museum's collection of fiber and fabric exhibits. Fern supported the Tres Manos weaving program, the Dona Ana Historical Society, and the ACLU. Music was a constant for Fern. She sang to Lee and Linda throughout their childhood, played the piano for many years, and attended recitals and concerts all of her life. She particularly loved Blues and Dixieland Jazz, and supported and enjoyed the Las Cruces Symphony concerts. Fern is survived by her son, Lee Herman; daughter-in-law, Cynthia Zender; granddaughter, Sarah Herman; her daughter, Linda (Herman) Donovan; son-in-law, John Donovan; her sister, Suzanne (Reissig) Hemberger and numerous nieces and nephews. Fern was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dr. George Herman and her brother, John Reissig. In lieu of flowers, donations in Fern's name may be made to Good Samaritan Society Las Cruces Village, 3025 Terrace Dr., Las Cruces, NM 88011; to Mesilla Valley Hospice, 299 Montana Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88005; or to Tres Manos, the CAA Weaving Program, Community Action Ag! ency of Southern New Mexico, 3880 Foothills Road, Suite A, Las Cruces, NM 88011. At Fern's request, cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to gather at a celebration of Fern's life on Friday, March 11, 2011 at 3:00 pm in the Stuckey Auditorium at the Good Samaritan Society Las Cruces Village. Published in Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Dickinson, Frisbie Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5250/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Margaret "Peg" Frisbie Dickinson, 90, joined her husband John in eternal rest Saturday, March 5, 2011, at home in Las Cruces. Peg was born in 1920, the only child of Florence and William Frisbie of Washington, DC. Peg had lived in Las Cruces from 1964 to 1969 and returned here in 1984, when her husband John retired. Peg was a member of the Desert Daubers Garden Club and University Methodist Church where she was part of the United Methodist Women and curated the church library. She was also involved with the Fairacres Volunteer Fire Department where she volunteered and maintained the plantings around the station for many years. Peg is survived by her sons; Bill (Leslie) Dickinson of Tucson, Arizona and Bob (Susie) Dickinson of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and her daughter Lynn Cashton of Las Cruces as well as 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at University Methodist Church, Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. The church is located at 2000 S. Locust, Las Cruces, NM 88001, 522-8220. The family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the American Cancer Society . Arrangements are with La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home. 526-6891. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 7, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Rodriguez, Gallegos Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5249/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MIKE G. RODRIGUEZ, 51, of Las Cruces entered eternal life Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center. He was born September 15, 1959 in Mesilla to Lorenzo and Maria Luisa Rodriguez. Mike loved the Lord and to work outside, always giving the last that he had to help everyone else. He was a good artist and enjoyed listening to music, playing horse shoes, and was an avid San Francisco 49er's fan. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his parents, Lorenzo and Maria Luisa Rodriguez of the family home; two sons, Mike Rodriguez, Jr. and Carlos Rodriguez; one daughter, Christina Hernandez; two brothers, Larry and Johnny Rodriguez; five sisters, Natalie Valenzuela, Irene Flores, Cruz Rodriguez, Maria Rodriguez, and Veronica Rodriguez all of Las Cruces. Other survivors include numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Francisco Gallegos; paternal grandparents, Pablo and Irene Rodriguez and two uncles, Manuel and Antonio Rodriguez. Visitation for Mike will begin at 6 PM, Monday, March 7, 2011 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road, where the Evening Service is scheduled for 7 PM with Pastor Mark Jordan, officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date. Honorary bearers will be Larry, Johnny, and Hector Rodriguez, John Jr., Anthony Garcia, Jason and David Rivera, and Theodore Escalante. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces and Baca's Sunset Crematory. Exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log onto www.bacasfuneralchapelsascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Padilla, Retana, Cordova Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5248/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Johnny Padilla, 51, passed away at Memorial Medical Center on Friday, March 4, 2011, he is survived by his two children, George Padilla and Sabrina Padilla, his mother, Rosie Padilla, father, Aurelio Padilla Jr., two sisters Loura Padilla and Gloria Retana. Nephews and nieces Robert Padilla, Melissa Tafoya, Valerie Padilla and James Cordova, Niomi Wyley and Ceasar Retana and many first and second cousins. He is also survived by Joe Romero, Theresa Garduño, Virginia Trujillo, Mary Louise Betancourt. He is preceded in death by his nephew John Jr. Cordova. Johnny served in the National Guard and enjoyed his job in landscaping. Services for Johnny will be on Thursday, March 10, 2011 in Hatch at Our Lord of Mercy Catholic Church at 6:00 PM with a rosary to be said at 7:00 PM, funeral service will be on Friday, March 11, 2011 at 10:00 AM at the church, interment to follow at Garden of Memories Cemetery. Services have been entrusted to La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home, 555 W. Amador, 526-6891. To send condolences and sign the guest book log on to www.lapaz-grahams.com. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Schell, Lundgren Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5247/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Norma Louise Olsen Schell died March 1, 2011. She was born Jan. 17, 1922 in Duluth, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard, and her grandson, Eric Schell. Norma's Years - "I traveled the world and came to know all people are the same. Through all the years, children have blessed my heart. I loved Nature's varied beauty whether in Duluth, Okinawa, or Las Cruces. Faith sustained and enriched me in life's tough times. And now, a yellow rose that means everything awaits me." She is survived by her sister, Muriel Lundgren of Duluth, Minnesota; her children, Bruce Schell and his wife, Kay; Julie Young and husband, Jim; Kirstan Bazzell and husband, Bill; grandchildren, Luke Alvillar and wife, Sylvia; Andrea Schulte and husband, Joey; Shawn Young; Brian Bazzell; Matthew Bazzell; Bren Schell and wife, Helen; Tracey Young and wife, Nikki; great grandchildren Teya and Carter Schulte; Justice Young as well as many beloved nieces, nephews and friends. Graveside services will be at Ft. Bliss National cemetery at a later date. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Miramontes, Garcia Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5246/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Patsy Ann Miramontes, 53, of Las Cruces, died Thursday March 3, 2011. She was born Jan. 19, 1958 in Las Cruces to Salvador and Carmen Garcia Miramontes Sr. Patsy was a wonderful homemaker to her family, she enjoyed puzzles, bingo, sewing and going to casinos but her passion was for her family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Patsy is survived by her sons Chris Miramontes and wife Reina of Denver, CO, Charles Miramontes of Las Cruces and Arturo Miramontes of the family home; parents Salvador and Carmen Miramontes Sr. of Butterfield, NM; brothers Salvador Miramontes Jr., Joe Miramontes and wife Grace, Johnny, James, and George Miramontes; sisters Barbara Ochoa and husband Larry, Margaret Yanaga and husband Tim, Anna Flores and husband Oscar and Gloria Miramontes. A visitation will be held from 5 to 6 pm on Wednesday March 9, 2011 at Getz Funeral Home where a prayer vigil will follow at 6 pm. Her funeral mass to celebrate her life will be at 10 am on Thursday March 10, 2011 at Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church with Fr. Andres Alava officiating. A private family burial will take place at a later date. The honor of being a pallbearer goes to Charles, Chris, Arturo, Richard, Hondo, Steven, Oscar, Sal, and Troy. Arrangements by Getz Funeral Home and Getz Family Crematory corner of Solano and Bowman Ave., Las Cruces, NM 526-2419. To sign the local online guest book go to www.GetzCares.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Martinez Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5245/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Daniel L. Martinez born August 6, 1941 died on Thursday, March 3, 2011 at home after a long illness. He was born to Sixto and Casimira Martinez. Danny retired from Qwest after 30 years of service. He was an avid hunter and loved fishing. He is survived by his wife Felipa of 51 years, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services will be held at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home 555 W. Amador on Thursday, March 10 at 10:00 AM. To send condolences go to www.lapaz-grahams.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Hernandez, Dutchover, Mora, Padilla, Thomas, Ogas Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5244/mb.ashx Message Board Post: In loving Memory of Jose Arturo Hernandez May 16, 1946-March 4, 2011 A beloved husband, father, and grandfather was welcomed into God's loving arms on Friday morning. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Olga Hernandez and the families of his four grown children: daughter Eva Christina Hernandez, daughter Sofia and husband Cesar and grandchildren Anissa, Arianna, Addison and Mason, daughter Margarita and husband Victor and grandson Evan, son Luis and wife Gina and grandson Caleb. Also by his son Joe and wife Dolores, son Jim (deceased) and wife Frances, daughter Alice Mirabal and husband Steve, daughter Melissa Morris and husband Shane, son Roman Vicente and wife Valarie, and daughter Sophia Hernandez. And fourteen wonderful grandchildren. His sisters and brother are Elena Dutchover, Alicia Mora, Elvira Thomas, Eva Padilla (deceased), Anita Ogas, Ramon Vicente Hernandez and Angelina Guzman. Jose, a devoted and loving family man enjoyed spending time with his family, playing with his grandchildren, traveling with his wife, tending to his garden and writing his poetry. He will be immensely missed and remembered forever in our hear! ts. Visitation will be held from 5:00-9:00 pm, Sunday, March 6, 2011 at Sunset Funeral Home-West with Vigil at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, March 7, 2011 at San Francisco de Assis Catholic Church. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West. Please visit our online register book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Crawford, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5243/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Weldon A. Crawford (June 1934 - February 2011) passed while grieving the recent death of his wife of fifty-four years, Shirley-Sue. It didn't take them long to get back together. Weldon was a beloved father, grandfather, husband and friend. He leaves behind his sister Marie and extended family; his son Curtis, daughter Cami; granddaughters Georgia and Elizabeth, son in law Raymond and many dear friends. Weldon was raised in Roswell New Mexico and worked at White Sands Missile Range until retirement. After many years in Las Cruces, Weldon and family enjoyed 13 years in Seattle. Weldon and Sue retired in their home state of New Mexico. Weldon "Ace" Crawford made many friends on his journey and will be remembered for his humility, kindness and great sense of humor. May he be greeted by the angels and cherished in heaven as he was on earth. Memories and condolences may be left at remembertheirstory.com. Remembrances may be made to Cancer Hope Network, 2 North Road, Suite A Chester, NJ 07930 1 800-552-4366 cancerhopenetwork.org. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Castro, Viscarra, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5242/mb.ashx Message Board Post: CONSUELO CASTRO "CONO", 72, passed away at Memorial Medical Center Friday, March 4, 2011. She was born to Jesus Castro and Eduvijez in Zacatecas, Mexico in 1938. She is survived by her partner in life, Leandro Salgado, her children; Gilberto, Emilio, Efrain and Salomon Zubiate, Pedro Zantillan, Olga Camacho, Alejandra Galvan, Leticia Salgado and Elizabeth Zubiate. She also leaves behind many grandkids, grandsons, nieces, nephews, sisters and a brother; Bertha Viscarra, Luz Castro, Acension Castro and Jesus Castro. She is preceded in death by her husband, Salomon Zubiate, parents Jesus Castro and Eduvijez Sanchez, sister; Rafaela Castro and her son Salomon Zubiate. "Cono" was a creative home maker, child care provider to all her grandkids, she enjoyed gambling at casinos and traveling to Los Angeles. Visitation for "Cono" will be on Monday, March 7, 2011 from 1 - 4 PM at La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home Chapel with a rosary to be said at 7 PM, with funeral mass at 10 AM on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at Our Lady of Health Catholic Church with cremation to follow and inurnment at Oakdale Cemetery in Glendale, California. Service arrangements are with La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home, 555 W. Amador Avenue, 526-6891. To send the Castro family condolences log on to www.lapaz-grahams.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Bobadilla, Mendoza, Valenzuela Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5241/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Jose Conrado Bobadilla, 80 of Anthony peacefully went to join our heavenly Father on March 1, 2011 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Conrado was born June 14, 1930 in Momax, Zacatecas, Mexico to Jose Esteban and Juanita Mendoza Bobadilla. He worked as a farm hand for many years, and was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Those left to mourn his passing include his loving wife of twelve years, Bertha Valenzuela Bobadilla of the family home; three sons Richard and Conrado Bobadilla of Anthony, who loved and cared for their father unconditionally during his illness, and Antonio Bobadilla of Sunland Park; a daughter Ofelia ""Kika"" Robles (Toto) of El Paso, Texas. Other survivors include numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sons Michael Valenzuela, Esteban and Jose Bobadilla. At his request cremation will take place and a Memorial Service will be held at 4 PM Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church 1320 Mercantile Avenue, in La Union. Inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date. Bertha and her boys would like to give a special thank you to the following, Guadalupe Loya de Saucedo his loyal caregiver, to Mesilla Valley Hospice, especially Mona Marquez, Jessica, Stephanie, Javier and to Reverend Don Adamski for his words of comfort. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels and Sunset Crematory 300 E. Boutz Road, Las Cruces 527-2222. Your exclusive providers for ""Veterans and Family Memorial Care."" For a online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Aragon, Quintana Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5240/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Norberto Aragon, 70, of Las Cruces died Wednesday, March 2, 2011. Art as he was fondly known was born May 15, 1940 in Tucumcari, NM to Juan and Cecilia Quintana Aragon. He was a veteran of the United States Navy where he served our country honorably. He was also retired after many years of faithful service from General Telephone Co. He enjoyed woodwork and traveling but his passion was for his family. Art will be deeply missed by all his family and friends who knew and loved him. He is survived by his daughters Patricia "Trish" Carpenter (Robert) of Las Cruces and Elizabeth Kotiaho (Markku) of Longmont, CO; 6 grandchildren Kristin, Victoria, Julianna, Ethan, Gabrielle and Emma; brothers J. B. (Jordana), Charles, Ray (Kathy), Anthony (Josephine) and Sam (Esther); sisters Dorothy Chavez(Jose), Elaine Mirabal (Luis), Tina Steel (Terry), Agnes Bryant (John) and Lori Smith (Eric). Also surviving him are his nieces, nephews and cousins. Art was preceded in death by his loving wife Stella Aragon and by his brother Marvin. Memorial Services to celebrate his life will be at 11 AM on Monday March 7, 2011 at Getz Funeral Home with Fr. Don Adamski officiating. The United States Navy and the Devil Dogs Marines of Las Cruces will provide military honors. At his request cremation has taken place and his and his wife's cremains will be laid to rest at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 8, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Zamarripa, Classification: biography Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5239/mb.ashx Message Board Post: LAS CRUCES Sun News 6 March 2011 Jerry Zamarripa was laid to rest Friday, six days after dying in the hospital where he had been fighting for life since being bludgeoned in the head with a golf club during a fight at a late-night house party. Eighteen years isn't a long time on this Earth, but it was long enough to amass the hundreds of loved ones and mourners who crowded into the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Cathedral to whisper final words to the young man in the coffin, examine the names signed across his No. 46 jersey, behind glass, weep, comfort and seek closure Friday morning. At the end of his life, Zamarripa had accomplishments he could be proud of, his older sister Elaine said, reading to the crowd from an essay Zamarripa had written at Onate High School about his family: his mom ("my hero") a single parent of five working full time at the Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern New Mexico who's also pursuing a degree online; his friends ("I never thought I would have this many,"); his friends from the projects with whom he played basketball ("although we were surrounded by violence and junkies, we still seem to act as if we were in a park"); his teachers and what he wanted from a future that never came. "It was like someone climbing a mountain," he wrote of the struggle to improve his academics enough to play sports and prepare for college, perhaps a career as an English teacher, a police officer and a football coach: "I'm still recovering some of my classes, but I won't give up ... There's a whole lot more to come in the future. I can't wait to fulfill my dreams and be successful." Revenge no answer Bishop Ricardo Ramirez, who officiated the ceremony, offered his condolences for Zamarripa, who he described as someone who used his own Christmas money to buy his little brother basketball shoes, "a big man with a big heart" who was struck down trying to defuse the escalating violence at the Tammy Lane party early the morning of Feb. 20. A 24-year-old man has been charged in Zamarripa's death. "In some ways, Jerry was a Christ figure," Ramirez said. "He was a peace maker. He was innocent ... I hope and I pray that the death of Jerry will not be in vain, that we could learn something from him." Don't be vengeful, Ramirez said, an apparent reference to the Feb. 21 shooting that killed 57-year-old Julian Pena, a Vietnam War veteran who was watching television when his home was shot at, allegedly by a group of Zamarripa's friends thinking they had targeted the home of the 24-year-old now in jail for allegedly taking the golf club to Zamarripa. Picture Zamarripa in heaven, Ramirez said. Be good-natured, have goals, and make peace. Family friends hoped Ramirez's words and Zamarripa's example would be taken to heart, they said outside Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery, where Zamarripa was buried. A mother's grief "He was real driven," said Tracey Rey, a friend of Zamarripa's mother, Yesenia Solis. "He knew the life his mom had, as a single parent, and didn't want that. He would sacrifice anything for his family. Anytime Yesenia was hurt, he lit up her day." "He's going to be missed a lot," said Melissa Vega, another friend of Solis. "It's a tragedy that we had to lose two people. Just keep the peace. I encourage all the kids just to keep the peace like (Zamarripa) would want ... He had dreams that he wanted to pursue. He wanted a family, kids, to coach football, and those dreams are gone now." Double tragedy There was at least one person near the funeral who hoped people would remember that the tragic night of Zamarripa's attack had two victims. Rosario Ybarra visited Hillcrest on Friday morning to pay her respects to Julian Pena, who was buried there Tuesday. Ybarra had worked with Pena for seven years at the Walmart on Walton Boulevard, lived just half a mile from his home, and heard the medical helicopter the night of his shooting, Feb. 21. "My heart fell when I heard (about his death)," Ybarra said, visibly emotional. "I just get goose bumps thinking about it." Ybarra, whose own 18-year-old grandson died in a one-vehicle car crash in 2009, was upset as she watched hundreds of mourners - watched over by the Las Cruces Police Department's full Gang Task Force - stream to Zamarripa's funeral. "It's a tragedy," she said. "I feel sorry for the parents, because they lost a son from that tragedy and here's Mr. Pena lying here." Ybarra said she grieved for Zamarripa's family and didn't blame them at all for not being able to prevent their son from going out late. But, she said, even at 18, he should have been at home, in bed that night. "If (Zamarripa) had been home, we wouldn't have had to bury this man," she said, watching the crowd gather. "Right now, they're crying. (Solis) lost her baby she raised for 18 years. He was in the wrong place in the wrong time. Maybe somebody will change their ways. You never know. But what happened to him? He was in the wrong place. What happened to (Pena)? He was in the right place, at home." Ashley Meeks can be reached at (575) 541-5462. Help out .What: Car wash fundraiser for the families of Jerry Zamarripa and Anthony Sena, who were both hospitalized in El Paso after being attacked at a party Feb. 20. .When: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. .Where: Families and Youth, Inc., 1320 S. Solano Drive, Las Cruces .Cost: Donations only. Volunteers are also needed Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Serna, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5238/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Charles "Charlie" Frank Serna, 66, passed away on February 21, 2011. Charlie was born on July 24, 1944 in Hatch, NM to Ramon and Rosie Serna. He was well known to the surrounding communities. He loved baseball, collecting sports cards, and socializing. He was a great husband, father and friend. He will be greatly missed but, remembered forever. He is survived by wife Martha Serna. Children: Michelle and her husband Carlos, Jennifer and her husband Patrick, Terry and husband Juan, Charlie Jr. and wife Sarah, Frankie and wife Maria, Roseann, Connie, Robert, and Gabriel; 5 brothers, 2 sisters, 19 grandchildren, and 11 great grand children, many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Ramon Serna, mother Rosie Serna, brother Tommy, sisters Joanne and Mary Alice. Services will be held at St. Anthony's Church in Anthony, NM: Visitation will be held Sunday, February 27, 2011 from 5-7 p.m. Prayer vigil will start at 7:00 P.M. Funeral mass will be held on Monday morning at 10 A.M also at St. Anthony's Church; Internment will follow at the Anthony Cemetery. Serving as casket bearers will be Juan Lara, Patrick Bustillos, Carlos Rivera, Charlie Serna Jr., Frankie Serna, Gabriel Serna, Robert Serna, and Simon Sapien. Honorary Pallbearers will be Sunny Jaquez and Manuel Quintanilla. Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Home-West. Please visit our online register book at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on February 26, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Romero, Melendrez, Lucero, Torres, Sandoval Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5237/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Ralph R. Romero passed away Saturday January 22, 2011 at the age of 65. Ralph was born on January 21, 1946 in Las Cruces, New Mexico to Joe and Rosela Romero. Ralph is survived by his wife of 39 years, Elva; children, Darrell (Lucy) Romero and Yvonne (Sean) Patton; seven grandchildren, Rheanna, Brian, Maximilian, Kaitlyn, Jazzlyn, Meghan and Brielle; mother, Rosela Romero; brothers Harry (Gloria) and Robert Romero; sisters, Gloria (Eddie) Melendrez, JoAnna Lucero, Lorraine (Herb) Torres and Vivian (Ernest) Sandoval; plus many other loving relatives and friends. Ralph proudly fought for his country in Vietnam while serving with the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1971. Memorial Services were held February 5, 2011 in Tucson, Arizona. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on February 26, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Pena, Baltazar, Molina Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5236/mb.ashx Message Board Post: JULIAN MOLINA PEÑA, 57, of Las Cruces entered eternal life Wednesday, February 23, 2011. He was born November 6, 1953 in Las Cruces to Baltazar Sr., and Felicitas Peña. Mr. Peña served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and was awarded with the National Defense Medal. At the time of his death, Julian worked as a sales associate with Wal-Mart. Survivors include his three sons, Julian Peña, Jr., (Amanda Padilla), Armando Padilla Peña and Conrad Baltazar Peña (companion Denise Hernandez) all of Las Cruces; his daughter, Jeanette Marie Blankenship (Krystopher) also of Las Cruces; his companion, Mary Ann Baca; two step-daughters, Cynthia Crotts (Larry) and Juanita Baca (companion Jonathan McPherson); four brothers, Zeke Peña, Eli Peña, Baltazar Peña, Jr., and Ruben R. Peña; five sisters, Eva Gonzales of Amarillo, Texas, Pauline "Gina" Hill of Missouri, Lucy Zamora and Adeline "Mickey" Weaver both of Las Cruces and his twin sister, Elizabeth Peña of California. Other survivors include 20 grandchildren, his goddaughter, Nevaeh Iniguez and numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Florencio Peña. Visitation for Mr. Peña will begin at 6 PM, Monday, February 28, 2011 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road, where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. The Funeral Service will be held at 12:30 PM, Tuesday, March 1, 2011 in the same Chapel. The Rite of Committal and Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery where he will be laid to rest. Military Honors will be accorded by a Ft. Bliss Honor Guard and El Perro Diablo Detachment - Marine Corps League. Serving as casket bearers will be Julian Peña, Jr., Armando Peña, Conrad Peña, Krystopher Blankenship, Baltazar Peña Jr., William Quezada, Jonathan McPherson and Larry Crotts. Honorary bearers will be Richard Rivera, Bernie Peña and Carlos Weaver III. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. Exclusive providers for "Veteran's and Family Memorial Care." To send condolences online log onto www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 1, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Medina, Torres Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5235/mb.ashx Message Board Post: MARIA DOLORES MEDINA, age 84, of T or C and formerly of Las Cruces, entered eternal life Friday, February 25, 2011 at the New Mexico State Veterans Home. She was born October 14, 1926 in Salem to Jacobo and Manuela Torres. Mrs. Medina was a homemaker, a loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend. Survivors include two sons, David Medina and wife, Cindy of Las Cruces and John of Safford, Arizona; daughter, Rosemary Mayberry of El Paso, Texas; brother, George Torres of Salem, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, David Medina, brother, Mike Torres and one grandson. Mrs. Medina will be reposing from 5 PM to 7 PM Monday, February 28, 2011 in the Peace Chapel of Baca's Funeral Chapels, 300 E. Boutz Road. A Graveside Service will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at the Salem Cemetery with Pastor David White of the Hatch First Baptist Church officiating. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Baca's Funeral Chapels of Las Cruces. 527-2222 For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 1, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: McKinney, Louderback, Copeland Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5234/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Theodore A. McKinney passed away Saturday, February 26, 2011 at the age of 86 in Las Cruces, NM. Ted was born August 10, 1924 in Durango, Colorado to Abrum and Maude McKinney. While attending Durango High School, Ted played football and basketball and remained an avid football fan his whole life. (Especially the Cowboys!) In 1945 he married the love of his life, Nellie Louderback, and they spent their long years together dancing, hunting, and remodeling homes. Ted and Nellie spent 5 memorable years in Alaska where he worked for the Alaska Railroad. Upon returning to the lower forty-eight, Ted was employed by the Santa Fe Railroad as a carman until his retirement. Ted is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Nellie Louderback McKinney; son Floyd Alvin (Mac) McKinney and wife Star and their three children Tonya, James, and April Dawn; and son John L. McKinney and wife Mary and their three children John, Jeffrey, and Heather. He was preceded in death by his daughter Nedra LaVon Copeland. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 5, 2011, at 11:00 am in T or C at Kirikos Funeral Home. Local arrangements by La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home. Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 1, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath158 Surnames: Konchalski, Solinski, Coogan, Roskosz Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/5233/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Frank J. Konchalski, 80, of Las Cruces left his dwelling place on earth and entered eternal life to be with his heavenly Father Monday, February 28, 2011 at Mountain View Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 8, 1930 in Newark, New Jersey to Bronislaw and Stella Solinski Konchalski. Mr. Konchalski served his country honorably in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict and retired as a Tool and Die Maker. He was a member of the Roman Catholic Church. Survivors include his loving wife, Mary Coogan Konchalski of the family home; three sons, Frank J. Konchalski and wife Nancy of Union, New Jersey, Robert Konchalski and wife Julieta of El Paso, Texas, Joseph Konchalski and wife Fredericka of Piscataway, New Jersey; two daughters, Karen Konchalski, and Julia Jones and husband Rick all of Las Cruces; a brother, Bro. James Konchalski, O.S.B. of Morristown, New Jersey. Other survivors include eight grandchildren, Christen Skillman and husband, Joe, Kevin, Michael, Brian and Melissa Konchalski, Kaleigh and Lauren Jones and Alexis Orduño. He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepfather, Henry Roskosz, Visitation for Mr. Konchalski will begin at 6 PM Wednesday, March 2, 2011 in Baca's Chapel of Prayer, 300 E. Boutz Road where the Prayer Vigil is scheduled for 7 PM. Family and Friends will join together to celebrate the Funeral Mass at 10 AM Thursday, March 3, 2011 in St. Albert the Great Newman Center, 2615 S. Solano Drive with Reverend Tom Smith officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment of cremains will take place at a later date. Serving as casket bearers will be Kevin, Frank, Joseph and Robert Konchalski, Joe Skillman and Rick Jones. Entrusted to Baca's Funeral Chapels and Baca's Sunset Crematory. 527-2222 Your exclusive providers "Veterans and Family Memorial Care." For online condolences logon to www.bacasfuneralchapelslascruces.com Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on March 1, 2011 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.